HU.Q hq-760dy Dry Image X-Ray Film Printer (Mammo)

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The HQ-760DY Dry Imager is a thermo-graphic film processor designed for digital radiography imaging. It is the one and only domestically engineered medical dry thermal imager

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The HQ-760DY Dry Imager is a thermo-graphic film processor designed for digital radiography imaging. It is the one and only domestically engineered medical dry thermal imager.  The HQ-DY series Dry Imager uses the latest direct dry thermal imaging technology which accommodates for a full range of applications, including CT, MR, DSA and US, as well as CR/DR applications for GenRad, Mammography, Orthopaedics, Dental Imaging and more. The HQ-Series Dry Imager dedicates to precision in diagnosis with its outstanding image quality, and offers affordable imaging catering to your needs.

– Supports Mammography
– Dry thermal technology
– Daylight load film cartridges
– Double tray, supports 4 film sizes
– Speed printing, higher efficiency
– Economical, stable, reliable
– Compact design, easy installation
– Straight forward operation, user-friendly

Technical Specification:

Print Technology

Direct thermal (dry, daylight-load film)

Spatial Resolution

508dpi (20pixels/mm)

Grayscale Contrast Resolution

14 bits

Film Tray

Two supply trays, 200-sheet capacity total

Film Sizes

8’’×10’’, 10’’×12’’, 11’’×14’’, 14’’×17’’

Applicable film

Medical Dry Thermal Film (blue or clear base)

Interface

10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet (RJ-45)

Network Protocol

Standard DICOM 3.0 connection

Image Quality

Automatic calibration using built-in densitometer

Control Panel

Touch Screen, Online Display, Alert, Fault and Active

Power Supply

100-240VAC  50/60Hz  600W

Weight

50Kg

Operating Temperature

5℃-35℃

Storage Humidity

30%-95%

Storage Temperature

-22℃-50℃

 

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DescriptionShipped From Abroad
The HQ-760DY Dry Imager is a thermo-graphic film processor designed for digital radiography imaging. It is the one and only domestically engineered medical dry thermal imager Delivery & Availability: Typically 14-21 working days – excluding furniture and heavy/bulky equipment. Please contact us for further information.
Shipped from Abroad This Machine gives a possibility to perform computed tomography without any problems and on high quality level. This device is used to conduct exams of internal organs and their functioning. With its help, a physician has a possibility to assess the condition of the human body as a whole.

Delivery & Availability:

Typically 90 working days – excluding furniture and heavy/bulky equipment. Please contact us for further information.
Shipped from Abroad SuperMark 1.5T is a new generation superconducting MRI system based on years of experience in production and research. It's applicable to whole body scan, such as, nervous system, spine, joint soft tissue, pelvic and abdominal cavity, etc

Delivery & Availability:

Typically 90 working days – excluding furniture and heavy/bulky equipment. Please contact us for further information.
In Stock DRGEM’s TOPAZ X-ray machine is a state-of-the-art mobile digital radiography system, designed with maximum comfort for patients and users in mind. From its user-friendly software to smooth movements, TOPAZ is made to improve your workflow and provide you with high-quality images. Delivery & Availability: Typically 21 working days – excluding furniture and heavy/bulky equipment. Please contact us for further information.Shipped from Abroad With ultra-modern innovative design and the clinically-proven technologies, S8 Exp is portable ultrasound scanner well equipped as a low-physical-effort and enhanced-image-quality ultrasound scanner, which not only provides optimized solutions for versatile applications, but does help to improve the user-experience for both routine and non-traditional challenges. Delivery & Availability: Typically 5-7 working days – excluding furniture and heavy/bulky equipment. Please contact us for further information.Shipped from Abroad As SonoScape steps forward to add value and efficiency to ultrasound, the latest S22 was designed in a user-friendly platform to address current and future demanding needs. It represents an excellent mix in performance and price. Delivery & Availability: Typically 5-7 working days – excluding furniture and heavy/bulky equipment. Please contact us for further information.
ContentThe HQ-760DY Dry Imager is a thermo-graphic film processor designed for digital radiography imaging. It is the one and only domestically engineered medical dry thermal imager.  The HQ-DY series Dry Imager uses the latest direct dry thermal imaging technology which accommodates for a full range of applications, including CT, MR, DSA and US, as well as CR/DR applications for GenRad, Mammography, Orthopaedics, Dental Imaging and more. The HQ-Series Dry Imager dedicates to precision in diagnosis with its outstanding image quality, and offers affordable imaging catering to your needs. - Supports Mammography - Dry thermal technology - Daylight load film cartridges - Double tray, supports 4 film sizes - Speed printing, higher efficiency - Economical, stable, reliable - Compact design, easy installation - Straight forward operation, user-friendly
Technical Specification:

Print Technology

Direct thermal (dry, daylight-load film)

Spatial Resolution

508dpi (20pixels/mm)

Grayscale Contrast Resolution

14 bits

Film Tray

Two supply trays, 200-sheet capacity total

Film Sizes

8’’×10’’, 10’’×12’’, 11’’×14’’, 14’’×17’’

Applicable film

Medical Dry Thermal Film (blue or clear base)

Interface

10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet (RJ-45)

Network Protocol

Standard DICOM 3.0 connection

Image Quality

Automatic calibration using built-in densitometer

Control Panel

Touch Screen, Online Display, Alert, Fault and Active

Power Supply

100-240VAC  50/60Hz  600W

Weight

50Kg

Operating Temperature

5℃-35℃

Storage Humidity

30%-95%

Storage Temperature

-22℃-50℃

 
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This Machine gives a possibility to perform computed tomography without any problems and on high quality level. This device is used to conduct exams of internal organs and their functioning. With its help, a physician has a possibility to assess the condition of the human body as a whole. Features:
  • It is easy to use;
  • Convenience;
  • Multi functionality;
  • Obtained images are of high definition;
  • High-definition 3D images of the area under study;
  • The procedure is pain-free;
  • The data is processed fast;
  • The image can be stored in the computer memory;
  • The diagnostics does not take a lot of time;
  • Acceptable radiation dose.
Technical Specifications:
No. Technical Features Descriptions
1 Gantry
1.01 Gantry type Low voltage slip-ring
1.02 Gantry driven type Strap-driven
1.03 Patient opening 70cm
1.04 Gantry tilt mode Digital gantry tilt
1.05 Digital tilt capability ±50°
1.06 Detector type OptiWave rare-earth ceramic detector
1.07 Numbers of detector rows 16
1.08 Width of Z-axle detector 20mm
1.09 Detector columns of channels per row 848
1.10 Numbers of detector columns 13568
1.11 Data-transfer type RF, optical fiber communication
1.12 Distance of focus-ISO-center 53cm
1.13 Distance of focus-detector 94cm
1.14 3D laser orientation Provided
1.15 13" integrated display panel Provided
1.16 Adose automatic exposure control (mA Modulation) Provided
1.17 Auto-voice manager Breath Graphical Display Hold Message (Record/Playback) Breath Message (Record/Playback)
1.18 AccuSaving energy conservation management Provided
2 HVPS and X-ray tube
2.01 Maximum continuous output of HVgenerator 42kW
2.02 Tube kV selections 70kV, 80kV, 100 kV, 120 kV, 140 kV
2.03 Tube mA range 10~350mA
2.04 Tube anode heat capacity 3.5MHU
2.05 Max. anode cooling rate 735kHU/min
2.06 Type of cooling Oil cooling + Air cooling
2.07 Tube focus Large: 1.2mm×1.4mm Small: 0.7mm×0.8mm
2.08 Collimator width selection 4-level election
2.09 Focus spot tracking technology Provided
3 Patient table
3.01 Maximum horizontal-movable range 1850mm
3.02 Table horizontal-scannablerange 1800mm
3.03 Table horizontal-position repeatability ±0.25mm
3.04 Minimum height above floor 430mm
3.05 Maximum vertical-movable range 500mm
3.06 Maximum speed of vertical movement 35mm
3.07 Maximum speed of horizontal movement 150mm/s
3.08 Maximum patient weight 205kg
3.09 Foot pedal of patient table control Provided
4 Computer
4.01 CPU 3.5GHz
4.02 Memory 32GB
4.03 Storage of hard-disk 1TB×2
4.04 Monitor 24’’ LCD Monitor
4.05 Resolution of monitor 1920×1200
4.06 Image-data external storage type CD/DVD/USB
4.07 Time of image reconstruction (512×512) 33.3ms/image
4.08 Speed of image reconstruction (512×12) 30fps
4.09 DICOM 3.0 interface Provided
4.10 Printer DICOM 3.0 interface Provided
4.11 Auto filming Provided
4.12 Worklist function Provided
5 Scan parameters
5.01 Shortest 360 degree rotation time 0.75s
5.02 Allowed rotation times 0.75s, 1.0s, 1.5s, 2.0s, 3.0s, 4.0s
5.03 Maximum slice numbers per rotation 32
5.04 Minimum slice thickness of scan 1.25mm
5.05 Minimum slice thickness of reconstruction 0.625mm
5.06 Maximum slice thickness of scan 20mm
5.07 Nominal reconstruction slice thickness 0.625mm, 1.25mm, 2.5mm, 5.0mm, 7.5mm, 10mm, 20mm
5.08 Speed of image reconstruction (512×512) 30 frames/s
5.09 Scan FOV 50cm
5.10 Image reconstruction matrix 512×512, 1024×1024 (Optional)
5.11 Image reconstruction matrix 512×512, 1024×1024 (Optional)
5.12 Image display matrix 512×512, 1024×1024 (Optional)
5.13 Maximum continuous scan duration 120s
5.14 Maximum continuous scan length 180cm
5.15 Direction of TOPO Front-back, Left-right
5.16 Max. length of TOPO 180cm
5.17 Range of pitch 0.5~1.5
5.18 Scan mode Scout scan Axial scan Helical scan Cine scan
6 Image Quality
6.01 High contrast resolution 21lp/cm@0%MTF
6.02 Low contrast resolution 2.0mm@0.30%
6.03 Isotropic imaging resolution 0.24mm
6.04 Range of CT numbers -32767~32768
6.05 Image noise ≤0.29@28mGy
7 Advanced application
7.01 Multi-Planar Reconstruction (MPR) Provided
7.02 Curve Multi-Planar Reconstruction (CPR) Provided
7.03 Surface Shaded Display (SSD) Provided
7.04 Volume Rendering (VR) Provided
7.05 Maximum Intensity Projection (MIP) Provided
7.06 Minimum Intensity Projection (MinIP) Provided
7.07 Virtual Endoscopy (VE) Provided
7.08 CT angiography (CTA) Provided
7.09 Tissue segmentation Provided
7.10 One click bone remove Provided
7.11 One click patient table remove Provided
7.12 Bolus-tracking Technology Provided
7.13 Spiral auto start Provided
7.14 Cine display Provided
7.15 AbastTM bone artifact suppression technology Provided
7.16 AmastTM metal artifact suppression technology Provided
7.17 Admir3D all-domain iterative reconstruction Provided
7.18 Low-dose pediatric scan technology Provided
7.19 Low-dose lung scan technology Provided
7.20 AccuHead grey-white matter enhanced technology Provided
7.21 AccuOrgan lung high resolution scan technology Provided
7.22 AccuOrgan inner-ear high resolution scan technology Provided
7.23 AccuOrgan body high resolution scan technology Provided
7.24 AccuOrgan bone high resolution scan technology Provided
7.25 AccuMatter dual-energy with Admir3D for new application Provided
 
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SuperMark 1.5T is a new generation superconducting MRI system based on years of experience in production and research. It's applicable to whole body scan, such as, nervous system, spine, joint soft tissue, pelvic and abdominal cavity, etc. SuperMark 1.5T provides not only conventional pulse sequences and clinical diagnosis functions, but also provides advanced functional applications, for instance, 3D angiography and water imaging. It adopts brand new ANKE APEX operating system which ensures easy operation and fast diagnosis. Technical Advantages:
  • Reliable short cavity superconducting magnet system with zero liquid helium consumption
  • New generation fully digitalized and extensible multichannel spectrometer
  • Powerful high efficiency and high fidelity gradient system; Multi-channel PA RF receiving coil with intelligent identification
  • English operating system and high extensible computer system
  • High resolution conventional clinical images; Practical advanced functional imaging
Superconducting MRI System:
  • Highly open and humanization design -> Streamlined design
  • Rich sequences and technology satisfy clinical needs -> Efficient service
Low Investment:
  • High cost performance superconducting MRI system
  • Zero liquid helium consumption, low running and maintenance cost
  • Core technology by independent R & D supports full upgrade
  • Low electric consumption
  • Compact magnet design, minimum installation space: 35 square meters
High Return:
  • High resolution thin slice images improve diagnosis
  • Short cavity magnet design makes patients comfortable
  • Fast scan speed improves work efficiency
  Technical Specifications:
No. Technique Description Parameter
1 Magnet System
 1.1  Magnet Type Permanent Magnet Automatic constant temperature system
1.2 Field Strength 0.51T
1.3 Magnet Shape Dual-pillar shape
1.4 Homogeneity(40cm,DSV,VRMS) ≤1.6ppm
1.5 Shim Method Active/Passive
1.6 Magnet Vertical Gap (Cover) 40cm
1.7 Magnetic Pole Dia. (Exclude Cover) 145cm
1.8 Accessibility(Horizontal Opening Angle, 280°
1.9 5 Gauss fringe field X-axis:horizontal ≤2.5m Y-axis:Vertical ≤2.5m Z-axis:horizontal ≤2.5m
2 Patient Couch and Communication
2.1 Patient Couch Driven mode Motor-driven
2.2 Max. Patient Weight ≥200kg(440lbs)
2.3 Patient Positioning Tools Laser Light Localizer for positioning of center slice Motor-driven transfer to center of imaging volume
2.4 Position accuracy ±1mm
2.5 Emergency Call Key Yes
2.6 Intercom System Yes
3 Gradient System
3.1 Gradient Field Strength(Single Axis) ≥30mT/m
3.2 Gradient Slew Rate (Single Axis) ≥100mT/m/ms
3.3 Rise Time ≤0.3ms
3.4 Gradient Cooling System ( Gradient coils and Power electronics) Air Cooling
4 RF System
4.1 RF System Type Digital Transmit and Receive signal
4.2 Number of RF Channels 4
4.3 Transmitter Amplifier Peak Power 6kW
4.4 RF Bandwidth of Receiver ≥1.25MHz
4.5 Head Coil Yes
4.6 Neck Coil Yes
4.7 Body/Spine Coil (17 inch) Yes
4.8 Body/Spine Coil (21 inch) Yes
4.9 Knee Coil Yes
4.10 Shoulder Coil Yes
4.11 Flexible Coil Optional
4.12 Breast Coil Optional
5 Computer System
5.1 Host Computer DELL Computer (for MR)
5.2 System Software Windows XP
5.3 Operation Software APEX
5.4 CPU Clock rate 3.0GHz
5.5 Main Memory 4GB
5.6 Color LCD Monitor 19”
5.7 Keyboard and Mouse Standard
5.8 Image Reconstruction Speed(256 x 256 Matrix) 200 frame/Sec.
5.9 Hard Disk 500GB
5.10 Image Storage Capacity(256 x 256 Matrix) 500,000
5.11 Media Driver DVD RW
5.12 DICOM 3.0 Yes
5.13 Ethernet Yes
5.14 Operation Console Yes
5.15 Operation Chair Yes
6 Scanning Parameter
6.1 Max. FOV 410mm
6.2 Min. FOV 5mm
6.3 Min. TE(SE) 5ms
6.4 Min. TR(SE) 11ms
6.5 Min. TE(GR) 1ms
6.6 Min. TR(GR) 3ms
6.7 Min. 2D Thickness 1.0mm
6.8 Min. 3D Thickness 0.1mm
6.9 Max. Image Matrix 512x512
7 Scanning Sequence & Imaging Technique
7.1 Spin Echo 2D/3D (SE 2D/3D) Yes
7.2 DE/QE Yes
7.3 Fast Spin Echo 2D/3D(FSE 2D/3D) Yes
7.4 Single Shot FSE 2D/3D Yes
7.5 Inversion Recovery(IR) Yes
7.6 Fast Inversion Recovery(FIR) Yes
7.7 Gradient Echo 2D/3D(GR 2D/3D) Yes
7.8 Fast GR 2D/3D Yes
7.9 SPGR Yes
7.10 FLAIR Yes
7.11 Fat Imaging Yes
7.12 Fat Suppression imaging Yes
7.13 Water-Fat Separation imaging Yes
7.14 TOF MRA(2D/3D) Yes
7.15 MRCP(2D/3D) Yes
7.16 MRU (2D/3D) Yes
7.17 MRM Yes
7.18 Fast Hydrograph Imaging Yes
7.19 Diffusion Weighted Imaging(DWI) Yes
7.20 Max. b Value 1000s/mm2
7.21 Breath Hold Technology Yes
7.22 Magnetization Transfer Contrast(MTC) Yes
7.23 Multi-slice and Angle-free Presaturation Yes
7.24 Saturation Tracking Yes
7.25 Maximum Intensity Projection(MIP) Yes
7.26 Multi-Angle Projection(MAP) Yes
7.27 3D Reconstruction Yes
7.28 Multi-planar Reconstruction(MPR) Yes
7.29 Multi-Artifacts Eliminating technology Yes
7.30 Checking with Part Metal Implant Yes
7.31 Online Image Filtration Yes
7.32 Online Post Procession Yes
7.33 3D Scout Yes
7.34 Scanning Protocol Preset Yes
7.35 Scanning Protocol Queue Waiting Yes
7.36 Advanced Image Post Processing Yes
7.37 Image Fusion Technology of Vascular Yes
7.38 Image Fusion Technology of Spine Yes
 
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TOPAZ X-ray machine is among the high end X-ray machine manufactured by DRGEM, a digital X-ray system that provides quality images with little or no effort. It begins with Advanced Technology Integrating high technology and over a decade of experience in conventional and digital radiography systems, DRGEM’s TOPAZ X-ray machine is a state-of-the-art mobile digital radiography system, designed with maximum comfort for patients and users. From its user-friendly software to smooth movements, TOPAZ X-ray machine is made to improve your workflow and provide you with high-quality images. Full Featured Imaging Software & Excellent Digital Image Processing With a high-performance, built-in touchscreen, TOPAZ X-ray machine offers a user-friendly interface and powerful software for easy operation and increased workflow. The anatomical view-based digital image processing, automatically optimizes and enhances the quality of the image. it also comes with automatic image storage and print with DICOM 3.0 networking capability. additionally, the system offers increasing exam throughput while decreasing examination time.
  • Provides convenient user interface and easy operation
  • Anatomical view-based digital image processing
  • Radiographic stand and automatic collimator control function
  • DICOM 3.0 networking interface features include: work-list, print, store, and query for
  • integration with any PACS or RIS.
  Features of Topaz X-ray Machine:
  • Outstanding image quality by optimized digital image processing
  • Easy driving and maneuverable with ergonomic and compact design
  • Convenient and enough space for detector, battery and other necessary stuff
  • Swift mobility with 5km/h speed allows you to save time, cost and satisfy your patient with quick processing
  • Accurate positioning and precise movement provided with 4 direction buttons on this control panel
  • Longer arm stroke and high column provide wider coverage and patient-friendly operation service
  • A safety function with front safety bumper & brake, spring loaded front wheel and status LED indicator
  • Provide best satisfaction and convenience for your patient and operator. It will prevent any unexpected and secondary accident
  Technical Specification: Topaz X-ray Machine
  • Output Rating   - 32kW/40kW
  • kVRange          - 40 to 125V/150kV
  • mA Range        - 10 to 400mA/500mA
  • mAs Range      - 0.1 to 400mA/500mAs
  Digital Flat-panel Detector
  • Size – 14X17inch
  • Scintillator - Csl/GOS
  • Type - Wireless
 
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Sonoscape S8 Exp Portable Ultrasound scanner

DETAILS Agile and Versatile With ultra-modern innovative design and the clinically-proven technologies, S8 Exp Portable Ultrasound scanner is well equipped as a low-physical-effort and enhanced-image-quality ultrasound scanner, which not only provides optimized solutions for versatile applications but does help to improve the user experience for both routine and non-traditional challenges. Working with S8 Exp, it will trigger your unlimited reverie and endow you with endless charm. Carrying forward the classical design of SonoScape's portable ultrasound products, S8 Exp successfully combines the best ergonomics, attractive design and ease of use. This charismatic identity is also enhanced by a sophisticated color palette—with sedate grey as its interior paint color and pearl white as exterior cover, S8 Exp reveals a style of aristocrat and strong character among SonoScape's ultrasound systems. Workflow The S8 Exp is a portable ultrasound scanner that adapts to your workflow, whether you are in the consulting room, at the bedside, or at a remote location. With easy-to-use new platform designed for sonographers' needs and full connection interfaces for easy connectivity and data sharing, S8 Exp leads to improved user comfort and clinical outcome as well as patient throughput and working efficiency. Powerful Platform Embedded with SonoScape's core imaging technologies such as μ-scan, PHI and Spatial Compound, S8 Exp boasts exceptional 2D image, sensitive spectral, Color and Power Doppler, displaying well-defined anatomy and pathology and facilitating a highly optimized diagnostic user environment for conclusive diagnoses. Besides, S8 Exp offers a comprehensive selection of electronic probes to maximally extend its capabilities to meet a wide range of applications including the abdomen, pediatric, OB/GYN, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, etc. The advanced probe technologies also effectively enhance the image quality and confidence in reaching clinical diagnoses even in difficult patients.
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DETAILS As SonoScape steps forward to add value and efficiency to ultrasound, the latest S22 was designed in a user-friendly platform to address current and future demanding needs. It represents an excellent mix in performance and price. S22, is a shared service ultrasound system with a slim and elegant package that has combined mobility with utility to fit in specific clinical situations including emergency department, ICU, operating room and so on. Furthermore, its ergonomic design, easy operating and flexible data management will give you a memorable experience. SPECIFICATION • Large high-resolution widescreen LED • Sensitive touch screen • Four transducer sockets plus one socket for pencil probe • A comprehensive selection of probes: linear, Convex, Micro-convex, Volumetric, Endocavity, Bi-plane, Phased Array, TEE, Intraoperative, Pencil • Premium application technology: 4D, μ-scan speckle reduction, compound imaging, Pulse Inversion Harmonic Imaging, Color M-Mode, Steer M-Mode, PDI, TDI, Real-time Panoramic Imaging, Trapezoid Imaging, Auto-IMT… • Full patient database and image management solutions: DICOM 3.0, AVI/JPG, USB 2.0, HDD, DVD, PDF report • Multi-Language Input Keyboard • Built-in battery  
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